Events

Dream, learn and giggle at the Children's International Film Festival. Returning to Classic, Lido and Cameo Cinemas from 28 May – 13 June.

Our Cult Classics calendar includes silver screen masterpieces from the early 20th century through to now.

Join us for our Thursday Jazz gathering a sparkling inter-generational performance with different guests every week! Anchored by saxophonist Rob Burke and double bassist Simon Starr.

We're proud to be hosting the opening and closing night screenings of the 2022 South African Film Festival. Screening on Saturday 7 May and Sunday 22 May.

Attend our early fan screenings of THE BOB'S BURGERS MOVIE with a complimentary Kaiju! Krush on arrival and cheap frothies from the bar.

Comedy at Classic returns on Wednesday 1 June! Our free Wednesday night comedy features some of Melbourne's best comedians.

Witness a special screening of pop phenomenon Charli XCX's intimate new documentary ALONE TOGETHER. Screening one night only on Thursday 2 June.

Preview Alex Garland's (Ex Machina) latest scintillating thriller MEN with a complimentary KAIJU! Krush on arrival and cheap frothies from the bar. Co-presented with Fantastic Film Festival Australia.

Join us for a special Q&A screening of MY REMBETIKA BLUES, a powerful documentary on music and culture featuring director M. Zournazi and acclaimed author Christos Tsiolkas in attendance.

We're proud to present this Q&A screening of AKONI, a local romance drama about a homeless refugee's struggles to integrate into Australian society. Features a post-film Q&A with writer, director, producer and star Genna Chanelle Hayes, star Kit Esuruoso and renowned human rights lawyer and Australian hero, Alison Battisson.

Celebrate the birthday of pop icon George Michael with the career-spanning documentary GEORGE MICHAEL FREEDOM UNCUT. Screening one night only on Wednesday 22 June.

We're excited to welcome local legend Dave Thornton to Classic! Performing live Friday 24 June, 7.30pm.

Presenting a special one night only screening of WE PLAYED ON: DAVID HERMAN THEATRE GROUP, a documentary on the renowned Yiddish theatre company in Melbourne. Presented with the Kadimah Jewish Cultural Centre.

The wait is over! After two long years maestro Andre Rieu returns with another grand concert from his hometown of Maastricht. Three sessions only, from Saturday 27 August - Monday 29 August.

We're bringing nearly the entire oeuvre of the Master of Suspense himself back to the big screen.

Weekly open caption sessions for anyone who needs it.

JIFF brings the best of Jewish-themed and Israeli films to cinemas across Australia. The festival will return in October 2022.

Crying, kicking, screaming is welcome, and that goes for the babies as well. 

Jazz, comedy and talks are back at Classic Southside.

Presenting fine art and theatre on The Big Screen. 

A complete retrospective of the master of melodrama's films.

We're bringing breathtaking real-life adventures and glorious outdoor vistas to the big screen.

Rediscover the magic of the original master of film comedy, Charlie Chaplin, with this glorious program of his greatest films.

Fresh air, fresh films. Enjoy the best films from the first day of their release outside in the open air at Classic Rooftop.

Enjoy previews of these fresh films with a complimentary Kaiju Krush! on arrival*, plus cheap frothies from the bar until close.

Tickets are on sale now for JURASSIC WORLD: DOMINION, the epic conclusion to the Jurassic era that features original stars Sam Neill, Jeff Goldblum and Laura Dern!

Our new limited edition tote is a must-have accessory for any serious cinephile.

Attention Classic superfans! We have a limited supply of Classic t-shirts and masks for sale in the gift shop.

Tickets are on sale now for TOP GUN: MAVERICK, the highly-anticipated sequel to the 80s action classic. Feel the need for speed: secure your seat ahead of the film's release on May 26.

Save on your fave cinema snacks and film tickets with the Victorian Dining and Entertainment Program! With 25% discounts, it's never been easier to support your favourite independent cinema.